Horse Racing News
Snowden eyes big run from Beadman in Gold Coast Guineas return
Talented three-year-old colt Beadman is set to revisit his top moment's location as trainer Peter Snowden aims for history to repeat in the Group Three Gold Coast Guineas.Last year's Ken Russell Memorial Classic (1200m) on this card delivered the colt's signature win by eight lengths in dominant style, and now...
Caulfield's Tour d'Horse sprint hosts Bustling's long-awaited return
Mick Price and co-trainer Michael Kent Jnr aren't choosy anymore regarding the previous West Australian contender Bustling, even though Saturday's Caulfield Tour d'Horse Sprint falls short of his purchase purpose.This 1000-metre $130,000 benchmark 84 event signals the four-year-old's re-entry after almost 20 months away.Bustling's lone race for the Price-Kent team...
Warwick Farm debut sees Uncertain Glory potentially Brisbane-headed
At Warwick Farm, juvenile fillies Uncertain Glory and La Barrita posted contrasting results, though each has a chance of venturing to Queensland this winter.A maiden for two-year-old fillies there might emerge as a vital guide for the Brisbane winter carnival, given that the winner and runner-up in third are set...
Proud Miss Stakes next for Aviatress after Adelaide plans change
Ahead of the Magic Millions National Broodmare Sale on the Gold Coast, the Aviatress camp originally scheduled a pair of Group 1 races in Adelaide.A problem surfaced just prior to the mare's debut attempt in the Robert Sangster Stakes (1200m) at Morphettville on April 25, dashing hopes for The Goodwood...
Yellow Brick nails The Archer at Rockhampton after delay
The team of Tony and Maddysen Sears faced a brief postponement, yet the victory made it all rewarding when their key runner Yellow Brick took out The Archer in Rockhampton.Scheduled initially for Sunday, the $1 million slotted contest was deferred owing to concerns over segments of the straight near home...
Record burden no issue for Stern Idol in Brierly Steeplechase
As Steven Pateman steered Stern Idol towards the hill's base in the Brierly Steeplechase at Warrnambool, trainer Ciaron Maher's earlier comments were fresh in his mind.The rider was on board Tuesday's $2.10 top pick at the Tozer Road double for the 3450m steeplechase, the key event kicking off the three-day...
Tycoon Star set for The Goodwood after Morphettville gear tweak
Ben Hayes, co-trainer at Lindsay Park, attributed a crucial gear modification and rider swap to Tycoon Star's recent win at Morphettville.Ben, Will and J D Hayes' Lindsay Park team looks to convert that result into Group 1 glory with Tycoon Star tackling The Goodwood (1200m) at Morphettville on Saturday.Visors featured...
Warrnambool heavy track perfect for La Fracas return
Mick Price alongside Michael Kent Jr endured a longer wait than anticipated to place La Fracas on a Heavy track again, but Warrnambool delivers the chance.The specialist wet-tracker seeks to uphold his unblemished record in the soggiest conditions for Wednesday's $200,000 Listed Wangoom Handicap (1200m).His most recent third appearance on...
Matthew Smith eyes Gosford Gold Cup win for import Portland
Trainer Matthew Smith remains optimistic that European galloper Portland is on the verge of securing his first Australian triumph.The imported runner has shown promising form in his latest two races, charging home for third behind Wootton Verni in the Neville Sellwood Stakes (2000m) and producing a robust run when finishing...
Hollindale Stakes shake-up as Pride Of Jenni gains entry
A change emerged on Monday for this Saturday's Group 2 Hollindale Stakes with Pride Of Jenni's confirmation into the $500,000 Group 2 showdown.Among the 20 entries for the Gold Coast spectacle sits the favoured mare, accompanied by former Melbourne Cup victors Knight's Choice and Half Yours from the last two...